Gillingham is one of the Medway towns closest to London, so London City and the Dartford Crossing are both relatively near. Here's how the six London airports compare from Gillingham, measured by road.
The six airports from Gillingham, closest first
- London City: about 32 miles, typically 40 – 1 hr
- London Southend: about 45 miles, typically 55 – 1 hr 15 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Gatwick: about 49 miles, typically 1 hr – 1 hr 20
- London Stansted: about 59 miles, typically 1 hr – 1 hr 30 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Luton: about 72 miles, typically 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 50 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Heathrow: about 75 miles, typically 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 50
The easiest options
From Gillingham, London City is the closest by road, and it doesn't need the Dartford Crossing. Southend comes next at about 45 miles.
Gatwick and Heathrow are reached south of the Thames, so their journey times are more predictable. Stansted, Luton and Southend all cross at Dartford, where queues can add time at busy periods.
Choosing between them
- Early flight? Choose an airport that avoids the Dartford Crossing if you can.
- Long-haul? Heathrow has the widest choice; Gatwick is quicker to reach.
- Cheapest fare? Compare the total trip, including getting to the airport.
See airport taxis from Gillingham for journey times and pickup points, or call 01795 25 25 01.
